BOSTON— MBTA Transit Police are on high alert, launching an urgent manhunt for a suspect who allegedly threatened a female passenger with a hypodermic needle. The shocking incident unfolded on a southbound Orange Line train near Downtown Crossing around 2:20 PM last Friday.

Witnesses reported that the unidentified man brandished the needle in a menacing manner, creating a terrifying atmosphere on the train. Police have released a call for help, urging anyone who recognizes the suspect to come forward with information.

The MBTA Transit Police's Criminal Investigation Unit is actively pursuing leads and has provided a contact number—617-222-1050—for tips, assuring anonymity for those who wish to report.

Authorities are taking this threat seriously, especially given the alarming rise in transit-related incidents. The eerie specter of violence on public transport raises serious concerns about passenger safety in Boston’s transit system.